Third Board Officer Update

On Thursday, October 6, during its annual meeting, the Third Laguna Hills Mutual board of directors reaffirmed its incumbent roster of officers:

  • President: Mark Laws, 2021 – 2024
  • First Vice President: Annie McCary, 2020 – 2023
  • Second Vice President: Ralph Engdahl, 2022 – 2025
  • Secretary: Cris Prince, 2022 – 2025
  • Treasurer: Donna Rane-Szostak, 2020 – 2023 

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Sunshine Performance Club Tribute to David Hartman

Village Television  
Thursdays in October (October 6, 13, 20 & 27)
7 p.m.
Free

Tune in to TV6 any Thursday in October at 7 p.m. for the Sunshine Performance Club‘s tribute to David Hartman. Originally presented as “An Evening of Song — Sunshine and Raindrop with Jackie O’Neill at the Piano” on June 9, 2019, at the Performing Arts Center, the free show raised $4,000 for the Foundation of Laguna Woods Village from audience and sponsor donations.

When David first came to the Village in 1994, most of his hours were spent on the golf course and in the billiards room. But in 2006, Sunshine Lutey heard his voice during an impromptu music session and soon had him participating in musical gigs inside and outside the Village.

In 2007, David convinced Sunshine to create a new Village club as a platform for Village residents to display their talents and enjoy an engaging musical show while raising funds for charity. In honor of his soon-to-be wife, he named the club Sunshine Performance Club.

The club presented 24 musical charity shows during the 12 years from 2008 through 2019 and raised over $100,000 that went to four charities—MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation, Foundation of Laguna Woods Village, Alzheimer’s Orange County and Kiwanis. During most of the 12 years, David actively sang and played golf and various types of billiards. At 98, he still sang and played poker.

After suffering a fall inside his home on Friday, September 23, 2022, the Village and world lost a caring, loving man and a beautiful baritone voice on Saturday, October 1, 2022. But his spirit and voice live on.

If you miss the airing on TV6, click here to watch on YouTube.

For more information, contact Sunshine Lutey at 949-278-6454 or SunshineLutey@gmail.com, or visit the Sunshine Performance Club website.

More Time to Work Out

The Department of Recreation and Special Events extended hours for Clubhouse 1 and Community Center fitness centers.

Beginning Monday, October 3, the Clubhouse 1 Fitness Center opens at 7 a.m. Monday through Friday. Closing hours remain the same. The new schedule for the Clubhouse 1 Fitness Center is as follows:

  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday – 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday – 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Beginning Saturday, October 8, the Community Center Fitness Center closes at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Opening hours remain the same. The new schedule for the Community Center Fitness Center is as follows:

  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday – 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday – 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Third Appoints Two New Representatives

Third Laguna Hills Mutual filled two positions by appointment today:

  • Egon Garthoffner was appointed as Third’s representative to the Gold Rain Foundation Board of Directors for a three-year term through 2025.
  • Mary Seto was appointed as Third’s representative to the Village Management Services Board of Directors for a one-year term through 2023.

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Health and Wellness Expo Tomorrow

Don’t miss another fun and informative Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, October 1, at Clubhouse 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This complimentary event will feature lectures and a sponsor fair, as well as free box lunches while supplies last. 

Call 949-597-4282 or email recreation@vmsinc.org for more information.

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New Water Restrictions in Third Mutual

The ongoing drought and increase in water rates mean water conservation is more important than ever. Third Mutual recently approved resolution 03-22-98 regarding water use (United Mutual is currently considering the same). 

Third residents now must limit their use of potable water for watering exterior plants from hose bibs to Wednesdays and Sundays only. 

Background

On July 28, 2022, the Water Conservation Committee recognized that the State of California is experiencing record drought conditions, requiring parts of Southern California to reduce exterior irrigation water use. 

On August 4, 2022, the Landscape Committee unanimously endorsed this recommendation to the Board of Directors.

Financial Analysis

Passing this resolution incurs no additional cost to Third Mutual, and there are potential operational costs savings from a decline in water use.

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Meet the Candidates

Don’t miss the chance to get to know the candidates running for the GRF board during a “Meet the Candidates” forum on Friday, October 7, at 10 a.m. in the board room, located in the Laguna Woods Community Center at 24351 El Toro Road.

The candidates:

  • Catherine Brians, United
  • Bunny Carpenter, Third
  • Andrew Ginocchio, Third
  • James Hopkins, Third
  • Yvonne Horton, Third
  • Lenny Ross, United

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Boomers Club Pizza Party

Clubhouse 1
Thursday, October 6
Doors open at 5 p.m.
$10 members; $15 guests

Join the Baby Boomers Club pizza party social where Chef Little Louie will spin the dough for the delicious, fresh pizza he will prepare. As he famously says, “The secret’s in the dough, the fun is in the show.”

Must pay in advance. Reserve your spot before October 1. Members watch your email for a link to reserve and pay for your spot. Seating is limited to 100.

Prize drawing sponsored by Optum.

For more information, call 949-415-8030, email info@babyboomersclub.org the club’s website

United 2022 Election Results

The United Laguna Woods Mutual 2022 election ballot counts are complete. 

The new United Mutual board members are, in order of number of votes received:

  • Thomas Tuning
  • Mary Simon
  • Diane Casey

New board directors will be seated at the annual meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in the board room of the principal offices of the corporation at the Community Center at 24351 El Toro Road.

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